Former **Rhythm City** actor, **Setlhabi Taunyane**, popularly known as *Bra Kop*, recently opened up about the hardships he has faced due to his marriage to a Zimbabwean woman. In a candid conversation on **King David’s Podcast**, the actor revealed that his family never accepted his wife, and this has led to significant strain on their personal lives.
Taunyane, who has been married for 17 years, shared that his family excludes him and his wife from important events, further deepening the isolation they experience. He mentioned that he wasn’t even informed about a cousin’s wedding, which occurred recently. “I’ve learned to live with being abandoned by my family, and this exclusion even extends beyond the family circle,” he added.
### The Impact of Xenophobia
Bra Kop touched on how xenophobia plays a role in their estrangement, as his wife is referred to as *lekwerekwere* (a derogatory term for foreigners). This exclusion has become a painful reality for the couple, but Taunyane remains strong, accepting the situation for what it is.
### Viral Massage Controversy
The actor also addressed the viral Thai massage videos that circulated in 2023, which led to speculation about his health. He clarified that the massage was part of a wellness routine and not an indication of any serious illness, despite rumors circulating at the time. “People were saying I must get well soon because they thought I was dying. They just didn’t understand it was a regular massage,” he explained humorously.
Bra Kop’s revelations provide a glimpse into the personal challenges that some celebrities face away from the limelight, showing that fame does not shield one from family and societal issues.